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Understanding father

Understanding father

Poet Honor Moore created waves with her memoir that in part talks about the double life of her father Paul Moore, an Episcopal bishop. Paul Moore's bisexuality was an open secret in his large family and among some in his parish. In the process of writing and researching, Honor Moore found her feelings toward her father changed.

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Baby Boom mothers text their kids

Baby Boom mothers text their kids

Time --and technology-- are marching on. Commentator Peter Smith has noticed what he sees as a disturbing new trend: Baby Boom moms who are texting their young adult kids.

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A new way of working

A new way of working

Two workplace experts say bosses should emphasize results rather than strict hours to revolutionize the workplace. Midmorning asks if time flexibility will still get the job done and further your career.

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Farm bill is mixed news for organic growers

Farm bill is mixed news for organic growers

The 2008 farm bill designates more resources to organics than ever, but organic growers won't find relief from one of their thorniest problems: renting land.
by Sea Stachura

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An exodus from the sciences

An exodus from the sciences

Though demand for workers in the science, engineering and technology professions is growing, women are leaving those jobs between the ages of 35 and 40. Midmorning gauges their experience in "hard hat" and "lab coat" culture.

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Trading four wheels for two

Trading four wheels for two

With gas prices soaring, commuting by bicycle seems more appealing than ever. But two-wheeled transit can take some getting used to.
by Nikki Tundel

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Gas prices keep campsites open

Gas prices keep campsites open

There are a still a few parks with openings for the big travel weekend.Travel experts are predicting that record-high gas prices will keep many Minnesotans from leaving the state this Memorial Day weekend.
by Minnesota News Network

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State warns boaters to stay safe

State warns boaters to stay safe

State officials are urging boaters to stay safe, as Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer.

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Restaurants and the recession

Restaurants and the recession

Among the businesses being hit hardest by the economic downturn is the restaurant business. Midmorning talks with food writer Rick Nelson about what local restaurants are doing to keep customers coming in. Rick will also dish on some of his favorite new restaurants and Twin Cities' farmers markets.

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GLBT community upset by domestic partner benefits veto

GLBT community upset by domestic partner benefits veto

Advocates for gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender Minnesotans are speaking out against Gov. Tim Pawlenty's veto of a domestic partner bill that would have allowed local governments to offer domestic partner benefits.
by Minnesota News Network

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